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Fighting for hilltribes' rights
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 10/06/2019
» When the House convened early on the morning of May 25 to vote for the House Speaker, Nattaphon Suepsakwong was among 498 MPs who took the oath of office. However, he had made the longest journey to the parliament because he is a hilltribe man.
Plotting the path to a new democracy
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/06/2018
» At the age of 59, Jarungvith Phumma believes the role of Election Commission (EC) secretary-general will give him the opportunity to ensure a democratic culture takes root in Thai politics.
Transvestite beauty queen enters politics
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 30/05/2012
» Yollada Suanyot's local election victory made national news because she is a transsexual but she also has solid qualifications for the job.
Caution: danger ahead
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 08/09/2011
» Justice Minister Pracha Promnok is being very careful in handling his most sensitive issue, the UDD’s petition for a royal pardon for former PM Thaksin.
Vote buying getting trickier
Jon Fernquest, Published on 23/06/2011
» A corrupt public health minister and convicted felon turned reforming monk after release from prison, reveals vote buying tricks.
No experience required
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 15/10/2010
» Deputy House speaker Apiwan Wiriyachai and other MPs are struggling to explain the appointment of unqualified outsiders to work as advisors.